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Telegram founder Pavel Durov warned of a dystopian future where internet freedom vanishes. On his 41st birthday, he criticized growing government control, digital surveillance, and censorship across Europe and beyond. Durov urged action, stating the current generation may be the last to enjoy true online freedom, calling for resistance.
WhatsApp is testing a new feature allowing users to control who can reshare their status updates. Found in beta version 2.25.27.5, the feature remains off by default. Users can manually enable it and select specific contacts for viewing and resharing. Reshared statuses will be labeled, and original posters will receive a notification when it happens.
SP MP Zia Ur Rehman Barq criticized Yogi Adityanath’s government for hosting Taliban minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in UP. He questioned the BJP’s “double standards,” recalling an FIR filed against his late grandfather for supporting the Taliban. Barq asked why security is being provided now if earlier support for the group was condemned as shameful.
BRS leader Harish Rao slammed Congress and BJP for remaining silent as Andhra Pradesh advances the Banakacherla project. He accused CM Revanth Reddy of compromising Telangana’s water rights and questioned the Centre’s complicity. Rao warned that diversion of Godavari water could provoke Karnataka and Maharashtra to retaliate.
Bihar BJP chief Dilip Jaiswal confirmed that NDA’s seat-sharing and ticket details for the state polls will be revealed Sunday at 11 am. Amid talks of dissatisfaction among allies, leaders like Upendra Kushwaha and Jitan Ram Manjhi urged patience, while sources suggest JD(U) and BJP may contest 102 and 101 seats, respectively.
Bihar BJP chief Dilip Jaiswal confirmed that NDA’s seat-sharing and ticket details for the state polls will be revealed Sunday at 11 am. Amid talks of dissatisfaction among allies, leaders like Upendra Kushwaha and Jitan Ram Manjhi urged patience, while sources suggest JD(U) and BJP may contest 102 and 101 seats.
Maria Corina Machado’s 2025 Nobel Peace Prize win has sparked criticism over her past support for Israel and calls for foreign intervention in Venezuela. Critics say her alignment with Netanyahu and support for embassy relocation contradicts the spirit of peace. Rights groups and lawmakers urge the Nobel Committee to reconsider, citing Gaza-related concerns.
Cherka Mahesh, former BJP joint-convener in Jubilee Hills, resigned to support BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha in the upcoming by-election. Mahesh criticized BJP’s failure to uphold BC reservations and accused its leadership of opportunistic politics. A former BRS leader, he returned to support Sunitha after MLA Maganti Gopinath’s death triggered the by-poll.
During Flipkart’s Big Diwali Sale, the Google Pixel 9 (12GB+256GB) is available for Rs 53,500, down from Rs 79,999. With exchange offers, the effective price can drop to Rs 38,500. The flagship boasts a Tensor G4 chip, OLED display, dual cameras, 4,700mAh battery, and Google’s advanced Gemini AI integration.
Fans noticed a sparkling diamond ring on Rashmika Mandanna’s finger in a new video with her dog, reigniting engagement rumours with Vijay Deverakonda. The buzz follows Vijay’s recent public appearance wearing a ring. Though unofficial, fans flooded social media with congratulatory messages, as the couple is reportedly marrying in February 2026.
Researchers have discovered a method called Mic‑E‑Mouse by which high‑precision computer mice detect desk vibrations and eavesdrop on nearby conversations. These vibrations are transformed into intelligible speech (up to 61% accuracy) using AI. The technique raises worrisome privacy risks. To exploit it, attackers need malware access to the system’s raw data.
Telugu actor Kiran Abbavaram’s K-Ramp, directed by debutant Jains Nani, hits screens this Diwali on October 18. The lively trailer teases a comedy-packed entertainer about a carefree rich man whose love life brings chaos. Featuring Yukti Thareja and Vennela Kishore, the film blends humour, romance, and action for festive family fun.
Ram Charan and wife Upasana met Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Archery Premier League’s successful debut year, with Charan serving as brand ambassador. He praised Modi’s support for sports and congratulated participating athletes. Charan is now filming ‘Peddi’ with Janhvi Kapoor, a rural sports drama set for March 2026 release.
The Sabarimala gold theft controversy involves 30.3 kg of gold donated by Vijay Mallya in 1998. Alleged mismanagement and theft by Devaswom Board officials sparked political uproar in Kerala. A Special Investigation Team is probing the issue, while Congress demands a court-monitored CBI inquiry. The Kerala government has promised strict action against those responsible.
Puja Shakun Pandey, a Hindu Mahasabha leader, was arrested for allegedly orchestrating the murder of Aligarh businessman Abhishek Gupta. She and her husband reportedly hired two shooters for ₹3 lakh. Gupta was shot dead on September 26. Pandey, absconding since the incident, was arrested in Bharatpur and is now being interrogated in Aligarh.